Founded in 2000, the Business Ethics Forum was born from a simple idea: business decisions shape culture, and leaders have a duty to act with integrity.

Today, BEF operates as a nonprofit organization with active chapters in Houston and Dallas, bringing together executives of all faiths and good will who share a commitment to moral clarity and human dignity.

Our Mission

To form the intellect and conscience of business leaders through deep reflection, guided discussion, and community rooted in virtue.

Our Guiding Principles

Human Dignity: Every person is an end, never a means.
Virtue: Leadership grounded in prudence, justice, fortitude, and temperance.
Subsidiarity & Solidarity: Empowering individuals and communities while fostering unity.
Faith in Action: Integrating Catholic Social Doctrine into modern enterprise.

Leadership & Structure

Governance

BEF is a Texas 501(c)(3) nonprofit guided by an Executive Board representing Houston, Dallas, and emerging chapters.

Each chapter maintains its own Executive Committee and budget while operating under the shared mission and bylaws of Business Ethics Forum, Inc.

Chaplains & Advisors

A priest of Opus Dei serves as Chaplain, fostering spiritual guidance.

Men and women cooperators help lead small circles for those wishing to deepen their formation.

Committees

Nominations & Fellows Selection
Content & Case Development
Program & Workshop Coordination
Development & Sponsorship
Finance & Governance